Welcome to HIC Podcast Hub
Located at Harborough Innovation Centre, HIC Podcast Hub offers a professional, fully equipped podcasting studio for content creators, businesses, and broadcasters.
Bookings are available Monday to Thursday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
From solo recordings to multi-guest interviews and video podcasts, our studio is designed to deliver high-quality audio and visual production.
Our Equipment
We’ve invested in industry-leading gear to ensure you achieve broadcast-quality sound:
Microphones
- 4 x Shure SM7B Dynamic Studio Microphones
- Heavy Duty Studio Arm Mic Stands by Gear4music
- Essentials XLR Microphone Cable
Interface & Processing
- Atem Mini Pro
- SubZero 4-Channel Headphone Amp
Headphones
- 4 x SubZero DJH200 Professional DJ Headphones with Case
Monitors
- KRK RP5 Classic 5" Studio Monitor Bundle
Cabling & Accessories
- 2 x Roland TRS - 1/4'' Balanced Interconnect Cable, 10ft/3m
- Essentials Jack Instrument Cable, 3m
Video Camera
- 2 x Panasonic 4K HC-VXF1
- Galaxy Wall Wash Light Bar
- Godox SL-60W CRI 95+ LED Video Light
- CS-85D Lantern Softbox 33.5inch/85cm Soft Lighting Modifier
- Two,Neewer Dimmable 5600K USB LED Video Light with Pro Adjustable Tripod Stand and Colour Filters
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Our Equipment
We’ve invested in pro-grade, industry-leading gear so you always get broadcast-quality sound and video. Here’s everything we use, all in one place:
Pro Microphones & Mounts
Four Shure SM7B dynamic studio microphones mounted on heavy-duty Gear4music arm stands. These are the gold standard for podcasting—rich, warm voice reproduction—and the studio arms keep your desk tidy.
Headphones & Studio Monitors
SubZero DJH200 professional DJ headphones. For speaker-based reference, we use KRK RP5 Classic 5″ studio monitors (with stands), ensuring the final mix translates perfectly outside of headphones.
ATEM Mini Pro (Video Switcher)
Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro for seamless multi-camera switching and clean HDMI output. For headphones, we run a SubZero 4-Channel Headphone Amp so each person has independent volume control.
Video Capture
Two Panasonic HC-VXF1 4K camcorders on tripods. Multiple angles, full-res 4K, perfect for YouTube uploads or live streams.
Rodecaster Pro II (Audio Mixer)
The main control panel! Adjusts volume, adds music or sound effects, and records everything easily to an SD card.
KRK Studio Speakers
Used to play back recordings in clear, studio-quality sound — great for reviewing content before leaving.
FGen Octagonal Photography Lighting Softbox & Godox Lantern Softbox
FGen softbox has an adjustable light stand for studio photography and video shooting. White soft cloth allows for brighter light and a larger illuminated area. Adjustable in 3 colour light modes (white, warm, cold).
The Godox Lantern softbox is perfect for creating soft and even light that spreads in all direction. With a 270° beam angle, the softbox is perfect to use for video recording, live streaming and film making.
LUXCEO Portable LED Video light wand & Galaxy Wall Wash Light
LUXCEO Light wand with high quality lamp beads, no flickering with 36 colours and the Galaxy Wall Wash Light Bar for subtle background washes.
Customisable Furniture & Props
Move things around to match your brand — comfy, clean, and camera-ready.
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Why choose us ?
- Prime Location: Situated in Market Harborough, just minutes from the A6, A14, and M1 road networks, making us easily accessible from Leicester, Northampton, and beyond. We’re also a short drive from Market Harborough train station, with direct rail links to London and Nottingham.
- High-Quality Equipment: Our studio is equipped with professional audio, video, and lighting to deliver top-tier production for podcasts, interviews, and video content.
- Onsite Café – Ground Up: Enjoy freshly brewed barista coffee and delicious food while you work. A relaxed, creative space ideal for pre-recording prep and post-session discussions.
- Customisable Setup: Adapt the space to suit your brand with flexible layouts, soft furnishings, and a clean, camera-ready environment.
Podcast Studio Hire Pricing 2026
Podcast Hub Hire
Monday to Thursday, 9:00am – 4:00pm
All prices exclude VAT and include a professional videographer.
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2 Hours £155Ideal for quick recordings, short episodes, or focused interviews.
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4 Hours £295Perfect for batch recording multiple episodes or collaborative sessions.
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6 Hours £420Best value for full-series recording days, training, or extended creative work.
Editing Services
Audiography - Videography
Capture high-quality video footage of your podcast session, ideal for social clips, YouTube, or branded content. Includes setup and basic filming support.
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2 hours £120(minimum booking time)
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Half Day £180
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Full Day £320
In addition to studio hire, we offer a range of professional services to enhance your podcasting experience.
All our prices are excluding VAT.
Editing
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2 hours £70Includes full podcast editing: audio balancing, intro/outro insertion, noise reduction, and audio/video alignment for video podcasts.
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+ £35 per additional hour
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up to 3 videos £44 per video
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4 - 6 videos £38 per video
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7 + videos £33 per video
Coaching Services
(Coming Soon)
Our remote 1:1 coaching will guide you through the podcasting process — from concept to promotion. Great for beginners or those looking to grow their podcast with expert insights.
- Topics include:
- Why start a podcast
- Choosing topics and guests
- Planning episode flow
- Growing and engaging your audience
- Using your podcast as a marketing tool
These sessions will grow with you — tailored support every step of the way.
🎙️ Podcast Hub – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Harborough Innovation Centre – Podcast Hub
The Podcast Hub is a fully equipped, professional studio space designed for podcasting, content creation, video recording, and live streaming. A professional videographer is included in every booking, making it ideal for beginners, businesses, and experienced creators alike.
No — a professional videographer is included in your booking and will guide you through your podcast session.
Every booking includes use of:
- Shure SM7B microphones
- Two Panasonic HC-VXF1 4K camcorders on tripods
- Rodecaster Pro II audio mixer
- The ATEM Blackmagic professional video switcher and live production device
- Godox SL60W Lantern lighting softbox
- FGen octagonal photography lighting softbox
- LUXCEO portable LED video light wand
- Galaxy wall wash light
- Monitor screen
- SubZero DJH Professional DJ Headphones
- KRK studio speakers
- Soft furnishings and studio props
- All set up and ready to go — no need to bring your own gear.
💬Yes! The Podcast Hub is fully equipped for video podcasting, interviews, and social media content. You can record professional video and even live stream with our ATEM Mini Pro switcher.
Yes — the studio is set up to comfortably host up to 3-4 people recording at once.
Yes! We offer content editing services, including:
- 2 hours £70, £35 per additional hour
The videographer will provide a comprehensive edit of full podcast episodes, including audio balancing, intro/outro insertion, noise reduction, and visual / audio alignment for video podcasts.
At the moment all sessions are within our opening hours – 9:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Thursday